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SEO

SEO That Gets You
To the Top.

We get your website to the top — without the confusing jargon. We sharpen our strategies to boost your rankings, attract traffic, and win more customers.

Monthly retainer: £400–£750/month
Dave Head
What You Get

SEO

No fluff. No jargon. Just proper work that moves your business forward.

On-Page SEO

We tidy up your titles, headers, images, and content so Google understands exactly what your pages are about — and real humans actually enjoy reading them.

Technical SEO

Under-the-hood fixes for a speedy, Google-friendly site. We improve site speed, fix broken links, enhance mobile performance, and ensure Google can crawl every page effectively.

Keyword Research & Strategy

Finding the right words to get you noticed. We select the keywords your audience actually searches for to drive traffic and increase sales, with focus on both local and national terms.

Local SEO

Helping businesses in Newcastle, Sunderland & Durham rank higher in local search. We understand your market and improve your Google Business Profile, citations, and local visibility.

Why SEO Matters

Why Great SEO Matters
for Your Business.

Your website is your hardest-working employee — but only if people can find it. Whether you’re a tech start-up in Newcastle, a café in Durham, or an online shop in Sunderland, great SEO turns your website from a digital brochure into a lead-generating machine.

  • Attract customers who are actively searching for what you offer
  • Build long-term organic traffic that doesn’t disappear when you stop paying
  • Outrank local competitors in Google Maps and search results
  • Turn website visitors into genuine enquiries, bookings, and sales
Why Northern

Why Choose Northern
for SEO.

Choosing the right SEO team should feel easy, not intimidating. We keep things straightforward — no confusing reports, no jargon, just honest conversations about what’s working and what’s next.

Data-Driven, Not Guesswork
Every recommendation is backed by real analytics. We show you exactly what we’re doing and why it works.
No Long-Term Lock-In
We don’t tie you into 12-month contracts. You stay because the results speak for themselves.
Transparent Reporting
Monthly reports you can actually understand. No vanity metrics — just the numbers that matter to your business.
13+ Years Experience
From local businesses to FTSE 250 clients, we’ve been delivering SEO results since 2012.
Local SEO Specialists

Helping Local Businesses in
Newcastle, Sunderland & Durham.

We understand the North East market because we live and work here. From improving your Google Business Profile to building local citations, we help you rank higher in the areas that matter most to your business.

+145%
Organic Traffic (STACK Leisure)
+17.15%
Organic Traffic (Gentoo Group)
+145%
Organic Growth (Safecall)
1,000%
Social Following Growth (Safecall)
SEO Projects

Our Work in
SEO.

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Real recommendations from real people.

“I’ve been incredibly impressed with David’s quality of work since I started working with him back in 2014. He still amazes me with his creativity, the speed of delivery plus he always keeps his word when he sets a time frame. You couldn’t work with anyone else who could be as collaborative, as creative, as David.”

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Mark Voermans
Enterprise Sales, Cloud & AI — Client since 2014

“Dave’s creativity was important to the creation of Gentoo’s outstanding new website. His designs are not only visually engaging but also meet accessible standards and user needs. He goes above and beyond to meet deadlines, displaying dedication and perseverance to ensure designs meet user needs.”

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Lisa McClure
User Centred Design Researcher — Managed Dave at Gentoo

“Dave has an unmatched level of creativity and energy — when you place these two together you get a creative genius who does not stop until he takes the project from good to great. His commitment to the brand standards is contagious. I am confident Dave will be a true asset in any team.”

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Alina Pascarel
citizenM Hotels — Worked with Dave on brand design
SEO FAQ

Common Questions

Everything you need to know about our SEO service.

SEO is a long-term strategy — most clients see meaningful improvements within 3–6 months. At STACK Leisure, we achieved +145% organic traffic growth through consistent SEO, Google Ads, and content improvement.

No honest SEO agency can guarantee specific rankings — Google’s algorithm considers hundreds of factors. What we do guarantee is a transparent, data-driven approach. Our Gentoo Group work delivered +17.15% organic traffic through strategy, not shortcuts.

On-page SEO focuses on content your visitors see — titles, headers, copy, and images. Technical SEO is the under-the-hood work: site speed, crawlability, mobile performance, and structured data. You need both to rank well.

Absolutely. While we’re proudly based in Sunderland, we work with clients across the UK and internationally. Law Debenture, a FTSE 250 investment trust, is one of our London-based SEO and PPC clients.

Google Reviews

What clients say

Real reviews from businesses like yours.

5.0 (32 reviews)

Had a website made from scratch was done within 4 days and turn around was great.

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Reece Storey
Web Design

Great service overall. It's been a real pleasure working with Dave and his team. They've helped strengthen our business presence and brand identity through our website and are always on hand to offer support and go the extra mile. We're looking forward to continuing to work with Dave and the Northern Digital team on future projects as our business grows.

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Ben Wilson
Web Design, Branding

Very good experience, very knowledgable and trustworthy. Highly recommend.

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Flix Electrics
Web Design
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Let's Colour-in
Together.

Ready for a colourful conversation about your next big idea? We'll bring the crayons, you bring the dreams — and maybe biscuits.

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